The main purpose of this position is to provide technical support at a senior level to the Regional Engagements Division in executing its functions relating to the coordination, representation and participation of the South African Reserve Bank (Bank) in regional forums, the delivery of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Committee of Central Bank Governors (CCBG) and Common Monetary Area (CMA) secretariat functions and the advancement of the Governors strategic objectives cutting across multiple spheres including payment systems, banking supervision, financial stability, financial markets development, legal functions, macroeconomic development, ICT and business continuity. The strategic objectives of the CCBG align with the SADC Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plan (RISDP) and the Finance and Investment protocol (FIP).

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Provide strategic input and senior leadership in advancing the strategic objectives of the regional engagements’ unit.
• Lead and facilitate the coordination of research papers on specific topics affecting central banks in the region.
• Provide thought leadership on pertinent issues affecting the region through the monitoring and evaluation of global, regional and domestic macro-economic development indicators and trends.
• Drive efficient delivery of project management functions on select subcommittees as part of the secretariat service provided to regional forums, specifically CCBG and CMA.
• Oversee the update to annual statistical documents for SADC Countries, ensuring timely submission of accurate data and adequate monitoring for strategic input to executives.
• Support management of the CCBG Fund Account, including in budgetary monitoring and reporting.
• Facilitate briefing sessions for Governors and senior officials for participation in international meetings including review of meeting packages, development of briefing material and speaking notes/speeches.
• Liaise with regional and domestic stakeholders and assist in management of stakeholder engagements and efforts to build strategic relationships.
• Participate in and coordinate the Banks representation in regional and domestic organisations and forums.
• Provide support to the Head of the CCBG Secretariat in managing projects, delivery of conventions and communication with relevant constituencies.

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

• a postgraduate qualification in Economics, Finance – NQF Level 8 or equivalent
• a minimum of eight to ten years job-related experience in the financial sector with policy experience in the region an advantage

Additional requirements include:

• knowledge of regional economic and financial institutions
• project management experience
• computer literacy
• analytical skills
• problem solving skills
• excellent verbal and written communication skills
• diplomacy and team leadership skills
• negotiation skills
• demonstrated stakeholder management ability